Don Mark John Nifras Gale

Present Address: Mobile number: Email Address: Position Applied: Munisia Subdivision, Exit 8 Al Thumamah Road Riyadh, K.S.A. +966-564635142 +966-532865986 +63-9164264906 (Roaming mobile #) [email protected] Electronics, Communications/ System Engineer or any IT position fit to my qualifications.

Career Summary
Licensed Electronics & Communications Engineer ECE License #27022 - April 12, 2002. Experienced Electronics and Communications Engineer with background in the design, planning and implementation of Broadcast and Telecommunications System, Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) Meters, SCADA Network, IP Cameras (CCTV), IP Telephone, IP Television, Data Center, Audio/ Visual System, etc. Highly effective in building and maintaining successful customer relations. Skilled in bid preparations, negotiation procedures, and oral presentations. A team player with strong interpersonal, writing and organizational skills.

Work Experience
Deputy Site Superintendent, BT Applied Technology Under the Sponsor of Saudi Binladen Group Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Projects Handled : Operation & Maintenance Division King Saud bin Abdulaziz University (KSAU) for Health and Sciences National Guard Project Riyadh, K.S.A.

September 30, 2010 until present IP Based Network System & Automation Data Communications System using Juniper Technology which connects various remote switches from Intermediate Data Frames (IDF) connected to the Core switches in the Data Center. Centralized IP-based Master Clock System (MCS) using MOBA-Time indoor analog clocks.

 IP Telephony using Alcatel-Lucent handsets with advance features such as text messaging using the handset console, call forwarding, call waiting and auto-answer if busy, etc. Audio/ Visual System with advanced state of the art eblackboard system using an 86-inch Plasma touchscreen monitor with Network option for internet and online support. Centralized, Dual-radio Wireless Access Point System using Network devices from Aruba Networks with Host controller installed inside the Data Center. Data Center devices for servers, core switches and backbone fiber optic system for fast and reliable Networkcontrolled IP-based system. Server-based Access Control System for remotely controlled single door & double door for maximum security.
Operation & Maintenance Division Ministry of Interior (MOI) Project Buraidah, K.S.A.

August 25, 2008 until September 29, 2010 (2 years and 1 month) IP Technology & Automation Supervise Installations & Maintenance of IP Equipment Perform engineering approach for effective troubleshooting & smooth operation of devices Handles CCTV Installation & maintenance System Integration & Monitoring Maintenance of IP Telephony backbone from the Data Center as Host system to remote Low Current Rooms in each building. Develops good interaction between co-workers & customer Coordinate with the Site Manager for immediate & high priority projects to be executed. Make summary reports both weekly & monthly for all the accomplishments, pending work & spare parts ordering. Develops keen observation to all possible & future troubles that may occur on the site. Perform weekly Preventive Maintenance for assigned equipment for smoother operation & functionality. Coordinate with all the technicians & fellow engineers for efficient & faster completion of the assigned task. Services implemented: 1. IP Access Control System 2. IP CCTV System 3. Microwave Detection System 4. Digital Cable Detection System 5. Intercom System 6. IP Telephony System 7. IP Visitation System 8. IP TV System 9. Nurse Call System 10. Fire Alarm System

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Building Management System (BMS) Public Address System Road Blockers System Scanning Devices Under-Vehicle Surveillance System

Technical Supervisor, Integrated Controls Corporation Sales/ Technical Support Engineer Ortigas Center, Metro Manila

June 2004 until August 2008 Telecommunications and Power Industry Equipment Trading and Services Manage and implement Telecom and SCADA projects. Perform site survey and engineering. Compile and submit government and clients in-house permit requirements. Negotiate for speedy issuance. Conduct technical coordination, procurement planning, proposal evaluation and cost analysis. Supervise subcontractors. Manage existing accounts and build new accounts Compile, submit and coordinate accreditation requirements. Create, organize and perform presentations to customers and clients. Assess bid documents and prepare bid proposals and requirements. Negotiate and close sales. Also perform Research and Development (R&D) for newly developed products and compare pricing. On-site supply, installation and commissioning of new and existing projects. Develop good interaction between clients & customers. Possess good knowledge & proficiency in PC application, installing, & maintenance of corporate office LAN, administer website updates & email client software such as Microsoft Outlook, etc. Background in computer hardware & software applications & upgrades.

Technician/Technical Support, Semicon Integrated Electronics SM Cagayan de Oro Telecom Dealer, Product Support & Hardware Repair May 2003 May 2004

Customer Relations Service (CRS) Representative SM Department Store - Cagayan de Oro Customer Support & Impose Employee Discipline September 2002 March 2003

Communications/ System Engineer Trainee, GLOBE Telecom Fixed Wireless Solutions Department Cagayan de Oro City On-The-Job Training Program AprilMay 2000 Training on setting up lease lines via Globe Telecom Backbone. Set-up of satellite modems for remote customers as their lease lines. Maintenance of cell sites and radio links Installation of Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) on remote customers w/o dial-up link. Assist the Systems Engineer on project implementation

Lists of Projects Handled

1. Manila Electric Cooperative (MERALCO) - SCADA Metering Project Estimated Value: Php 16.4 Million setting up communication link between each meter connected via RS-485 connector in Modbus protocol or DNP 3.0 protocol. - Remote Metering Pilot Project Estimated Value: Php 4 Million involves data collection from remote substation via a dedicated (Multiple Address System) MAS Radio link via a microwave backbone to the Master station for data analysis & data collection. - Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs) for Power Quality Monitoring dealing with the advanced Wifi-capable meters for easy access. setting up communication source of Wi-fi in a location where there are many Wifi-capable meters accessible. - Power Quality Support Estimated Value: Php 1.3 Million setting up communication link via fiber optic using E1-link then converts the signal to LAN thus utilizing the fiber optic backbone of MERALCO to produce much faster connection than dial-up with a distance of 100km from the substation to the Main Operating Center.

- Distribution Transformer Monitoring Project Estimated Value: Php 2.4 Million this project involves GSM Modems capable of dumping needed data for analysis for each existing transformer outside then compares the collected readings to the output given by the substation within that specific area. - GSM Modems for Remote Monitoring Estimated Value: Php 6.5 Million make each meter or any serial devices accessible via dial-up through GSM available networks within remote areas where telephone lines are not available. - GE RTU Upgrade to D20 ME Estimated Value: Php 13 Million Remote Telemetry Units (RTU) available in the field which collects desired parameters from each meter in a substation via a dedicated licensed 900 MHz Radio Frequency. - Multiple Address System (MAS) Radio Project Estimated Value: Php 4.7 Million this system is the medium through which data from the RTU are being sent to the Main Operating Center & also used to control remote line switches & transformers on all clusters.

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Clark Electric (Clark, Pampanga) Supply, Installation & Commissioning of Nexus 1250 Electro Industries GaugeTech (EIG) Meters & other SCADA equipment installed remotely and can be accessed via RS-485 Modbus protocol or dial-up connection from the Main Operations Centers Human Machine Interface (HMI) software. Involves data collection and monitoring of substation for data analysis & data collection. Estimated Value: Php 1.3 Million

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Transmission Company Phils. (TRANSCO) Wholesale Electricity Spot Market (WESM) Project Customised GSM Wireless Modem to access and monitor Remote Hi-end Remote Digital Meters on all Independent Power Producer Plants (IPP) Clients & Consumer clients such as factories & business districts for power negotiations and savings on power consumption. Estimated Value: Php 4.6 Million

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STEAG State Power Incorporated (SPI) Mindanao Coal-Fired Power Plant Project (tie-up project with Siemens Philippines Power Transmission Department Supply, Installation & Commissioning Nexus 1260 Electro Industries GaugeTech (EIG) Meters for Billing Meter Purposes and Remote Monitoring Estimated Value: Php 1.2 Million

Further Experience Project Management Experience Survey, Design, Installation & Commissioning of various Telecom & Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system/ equipment Experience in Networking, TCP-IP Protocol, Modbus, DNP 3.0 Protocol, Dial-up via GSM/GPRS,& Data Communication E1 Radio Link, Wifi/Wimax setup, Fiber optic Backbone Experience in Hardware & Software Installation Annual Training in Telecom & SCADA Equipment Maintenance Engineer for IP Network & Equipment Research & Development (R & D) Engineer Fiber communications used as backbone for Low Current Equipment

Trainings BT Applied Technology Safety Training BTAM Head Office (Riyadh) Rahamania Bldg., 911 King Fahad Road Riyadh, K.S.A. October 22-27, 2011 Institute of Electronics and Communications Engineers of the Philippines (IECEP) Riyadh KSA Chapter Hands-on Training on Programmable Logic Circuit (PLC) Hosted by Siemens Riyadh Elite International School (EIS) Olaya District, Riyadh 11555 KSA July 15, 2011 BT Applied Technology Hands-on Training on IP Telephony Cisco Device BTAT Training Center (Jeddah) Roman Center Bldg., Shara Hira St., Jeddah January 25-26, 2009

Electro Industries Gaugetech (EIG) Meters Hands on Training on Nexus Series Digital Meters & other SCADA monitoring equipment Room 401 Southgate Bldg., Economia St. Alabang, Muntinlupa City October 2005 ASAT Solutions Product Training Data Concentrator Module (DCM) for Substations MERALCO SCADA Group November 2005 D20 RTU Project Training GE-Harris Energy Control Systems Technical Services Building (TSB) MERALCO Compound, Pasig City June 2005 Broadcast Product Training (COMTROL Products) Data Communications/ Network Equipment RS-232/ RS-485 to E1 Conversion Ortigas Center, Pasig Philippines August 2004 Power Line Communication (PLC) Training GE PLC Group - Singapore Network/Data Transfer via Power lines (A.C. Circuit) Manila, May 2005

Education BS in Electronics & Communications Engineering Xavier University (Ateneo de Cagayan) 1995-2001

Affiliation Member, Integrated Electronics & Communications Engineers of the Philippines, 2002 to present Member, Junior Integrated Electronics & Communications Engineers of the Philippines, 1998 2001 Member, Association of College of Engineering Students 1995 2001 President, Ambassadors for Christ, Faith Baptist Church, 1999

Interests Technology, I.T., Hardware & Software, etc.

Skills Computer: Microsoft Office 2007, 2010 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), Visio, Microsoft Project Adobe Photoshop 6.0, CS Edition Computer & IP Network Troubleshooting. Various computer software Others: Driving (with drivers license), Manual Drafting/ Sketching, Design, Construction/Fabrication & Estimation.

References Engr. Remus M. Joven, PME (+6388) 8582373 Retired Manager-Utilities, Pilipinas Kao Inc. Engr. Maricel Laxamana (+63917) 8513981 Project Manager Systems with Reliability (SWR) Mother Ignacia St., Quezon City Engr. Jeffrey J. Godinez (+63920) 9526590 President & Managing Director Integrated Controls Corporation (ICC) Ortigas Center, Pasig City